Prescription Fluconazole Drug Information

Treating and preventing certain yeast and fungal infections. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor Fluconazole is an azole antifungal. It kills sensitive fungi by interfering with the formation of the fungal cell membrane Take fluconazole by mouth with or without food.Take fluconazole at least 2 hours before PPIs (eg, omeprazole). To clear up your infection completely, take fluconazole for the full course of treatment. Keep taking it even if you feel better in a few days. Do not miss any doses. Fluconazole works best if it is taken at the same time each day. Possible side effects of fluconazole: Changes in taste; diarrhea; dizziness; headache; indigestion; mild stomach pain; nausea; vomiting. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur. Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness; wheezing); burning, numbness, or tingling; dark urine; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; irregular heartbeat; loss of appetite; muscle pain, weakness, or cramping; pale stools; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; severe or persistent diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting; swelling of the hands; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual or severe stomach pain; unusual tiredness; yellowing of the eyes or skin.